Sericoside
INCI: SERICOSIDE (ACTIVE TRITERPENOID SAPONIN); TYPICALLY DECLARED AS TERMINALIA SERICEA BARK/ROOT EXTRACT IN FORMULATIONS [^1_9]
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Limited independent toxicological data as isolated compound; reliance on supplier safety dossiers [^1_11]
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sericoside safe in cosmetics?
Limited independent toxicological data as isolated compound; reliance on supplier safety dossiers [^1_11] The EU classifies Sericoside as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sericoside allowed in the EU?
Sericoside EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sericoside do in cosmetics?
Sericoside functions as: Anti-aging active — boosts collagen production, increases firmness/elasticity, reduces eye bags and dark circles [^1_10][^1_11]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 19895-95-5 (PubChem CID 76972524) [^1_8].
What is the Margin of Safety for Sericoside?
adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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